Dream Cars That Got Away: Our Biggest Auto Regrets

We look at five cars that we wish we'd bought, including:

00:00 Dream Cars That Got Away: Our Biggest Auto Regrets
01:13 Metro 6R4 Rally Car
06:50 Muscle Cars Mustang
08:50 Chevrolet El Camino
14:24 Ford Sierra Cosworth P100 Pickup
16:06 Peugeot 205 T16 Rally
22:07 Ferrari Dino GT4

The #MG Metro 6R4 was a Group B rally car developed in the 1980s by Austin Rover and Williams Grand Prix Engineering. It featured a 3.0L naturally aspirated V6, mid-mounted for balance, and all-wheel drive. Despite promising speed, it struggled with reliability and was overshadowed by turbocharged rivals. After Group B’s ban in 1986, it found success in rallycross and hill climbs.

The 1969 Chevrolet #ElCamino blended muscle car power with pickup utility. Based on the Chevelle platform, it featured bold styling with a revised grille and quad headlamps. Engine options ranged from a 230ci inline-six to the legendary 396ci V8, delivering serious performance. The SS 396 variant was a standout, boasting up to 375 hp. With car-like handling and truck versatility, it remains a classic icon.

The #LotusCarlton, launched in 1990, was a high-performance sports sedan based on the Vauxhall Carlton/Omega. Tuned by Lotus, it featured a 3.6L twin-turbocharged inline-six engine producing 377 hp and 419 lb-ft of torque, allowing a 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds and a top speed of 176 mph. Its immense power and controversial speed led to debates over its legality and ethics in the UK.

The #DeLorean DMC-12 is a sports car produced by DeLorean Motor Company from 1981 to 1983. Known for its futuristic gull-wing doors and stainless-steel body, it gained iconic status as the time machine in *Back to the Future*. Despite its stylish design, the car suffered from poor performance and financial troubles, leading to the company's downfall. Today, it's a cult classic.

The Peugeot 205 T16 was a legendary Group B rally car that dominated the World Rally Championship (WRC) in the mid-1980s. Featuring a mid-engine, turbocharged 1.8L inline-four producing around 450 hp, all-wheel drive, and a lightweight chassis, it secured back-to-back WRC titles in 1985 and 1986. Its aggressive aerodynamics and blistering performance cemented its place in rally history.

The #Ferrari Dino 308 GT4, introduced in 1973, was Ferrari’s first production car with a mid-engine V8 layout. Designed by #Bertone, it replaced the #Dino 246 GT and featured a 2+2 seating arrangement. Powered by a 3.0L V8 producing 250 hp, it offered impressive performance. Though initially badged as a Dino, it later received full Ferrari branding in 1976.

The #FerrariF40, launched in 1987 to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary, is an iconic supercar famed for its raw performance and aggressive design. Powered by a 2.9L twin-turbo V8 producing 471 hp, it was the first production car to surpass 200 mph. With a lightweight carbon-kevlar body and a stripped-down interior, the F40 embodies pure driving thrill. It remains a timeless symbol of speed and engineering excellence.

The #DeTomaso Pantera, produced from 1971 to 1992, is an Italian-American sports car blending Italian design with American power. Designed by #Ghia and powered by a Ford 5.8L V8, it delivered around 330 hp, achieving a top speed of over 150 mph. With a steel monocoque chassis and aggressive styling, the #Pantera became a cult classic, known for its raw performance and exotic appeal.

The #Jensen Interceptor, produced from 1966 to 1976, is a British grand tourer known for its sleek Italian-designed body by Carrozzeria Touring and powerful American V8 engines. Featuring a distinctive wraparound rear window, the Interceptor offered luxury, performance, and innovation, including an early all-wheel-drive version, the FF. It remains a cherished classic among collectors today.

The 1959 #Porsche RSK 718 was a lightweight, mid-engine race car designed for endurance and hill climb competitions. Powered by a 1.5L four-cylinder boxer engine, it produced around 148 hp, enabling excellent handling and agility. With an aluminum body and tubular frame, the RSK 718 was a dominant force in motorsports, securing wins at Le Mans, Targa Florio, and the European Hill Climb Championship.

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